Fireflies are synonymous with hot summer nights – and there are fewer of them now...
If it seems like there are less fireflies around than when you were a kid, you’re right. One of the reasons fireflies are fading is due to what scientists call “light pollution.” Increased artificial illumination in what used to be rural areas really throws them off. It interrupts their ability to signal each other for mating – which means less baby fireflies for next year’s light show. Even natural light sources inhibit them. Fireflies usually take the night off if there’s a full moon.
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